Corporate, Group & Scout Volunteers Organized groups who wish to do some volunteer work for Five Rivers MetroParks are invited to contact us for specific opportunities. Depending on the park, work available is conservation in nature, specifically invasive plant removal, or includes grounds maintenance, land management, greenhouse production and special events.

All Year

Half or whole-day projects are available.

No experience necessary.

Contact the Volunteer Service Manager at (937) 275-PARK.

Adopt-a-ParkIndividuals, local businesses and service clubs join us for a day of regional cleanup of Five Rivers MetroParks and waterways throughout the county. Visit http://www.metroparks.org/adopt for more information or to register.

April

9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Volunteers of all ages, from young children to seniors are invited to help us make our parks and river corridors healthier and friendlier place to visit.

Each volunteer will receive a T-shirt and a free lunch. MetroParks will also be providing gloves, and trash bags.

First Bloom VolunteersFirst Bloom volunteers help to prepare and maintain the beautiful planters that grace the sidewalks in downtown Dayton.

Spring-Fall

Weekday and weekend opportunities are available.

No gardening experience necessary, training included.

New volunteers are always welcome! For more information, contact our volunteer coordinator at (937) 277-6545.

Recreation Event SupportVolunteer at one of our events that engage people in outdoor recreation and adventure: The Adventure Summit (winter), Bike to Work Day (spring), Paddle in the Park (summer), and the Midwest Outdoor Experience (fall). Dates and more information can be found on the event pages.

All Year

2-4 hour shifts

No experience necessary; training provided

Volunteers are highly encouraged to attend an event volunteer orientation prior to volunteering. 14 and older

Garden MaintenanceAssist with planting, watering and garden maintenance at RiverScape and Deeds Point MetroParks! Gardeners will work side by side with horticultural experts in these showcase parks, caring for colorful beds of annuals, and helping to weed, water and change seasonal planters.

Spring-Fall

2-3 hour commitment per week is desired. Volunteers work on Monday or Thursday mornings.

No gardening experience necessary, training included.

Free Parking is provided.

New volunteers are always welcome! For more information, contact our volunteer coordinator at (937) 277-6545.

Master RecyclerLearn the details of reducing, reusing and recycling in the Master Recycler course sponsored by Five Rivers MetroParks and Montgomery County Solid Waste District. Over 600 tons of trash pass through this facility every day. Classes will be full of information and tips to help you do your part to reduce this number.

When offered, usually March-April

Thursday evenings

Upon completion of the course, participants are requested to volunteer a specific number of hours with the Montgomery County Solid Waste District or Five Rivers MetroParks.

Fee: $25; covers materials.

Potential applicants should contact Kevin Kepler, MetroParks Volunteer Services Manager, at 937-275-PARK to obtain an application and schedule an interview.

Your Best Vegetable Garden"Whether you are a beginning gardener or an experienced
gardener wanting to get new ideas, check out this course. Classes will be followed with a seventh session offered as a field trip. A different topic will be covered each week that will lead to you growing “your best vegetable garden.” Weekly classes will include a lecture and hands-on activity. Guest speakers will be professional instructors from commercial and horticultural fields with expertise in the following topics: composting & soil preparation, planning, planting, pests, preservation, and projects. "

March 4-April 8

Tuesday evenings

Upon completion of the course, participants are requested to volunteer 25 hours with Five Rivers MetroParks.

"Fee: $20 will include a manual and
handouts specific to vegetable gardening."

Potential applicants should contact Kevin Kepler, MetroParks Volunteer Services Manager, at 937-275-PARK to obtain an application and schedule an interview.

Paddlesport AssistantGet out on the water and learn how to help others paddle safely. Training is provided to help volunteers get comfortable guiding others as an assistant with the paddling programs we offer throughout the summer and fall.